Senior Software Engineer

QinetiQ; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Farnborough seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop immersive training tools using XR technology. This role involves designing and testing software applications primarily in Unity/Unreal, focusing on user engagement and system integration. Candidates should hold a degree in a relevant field and possess strong problem-solving skills. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements, making this an excellent opportunity for skilled engineers.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Employee discount portal

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in developing XR software using Unity or Unreal.
• Proven experience as a Software Developer focusing on software integration and testing.
• Strong skills in producing engaging mixed reality software.

Responsibilities

• Rapid production of Unity/Unreal software applications.
• Translation of requirements into agile backlogs.
• Configuration of XR system solution components.

Skills

Developing XR software using Unity or Unreal

Software development, integration and test

Immersive user interfaces

Visual Studio and Azure DevOps

Problem-solving and engineering ability

Technical leadership

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related subject

Tools

Unity

Unreal

Visual Studio

Azure DevOps

Job description

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF19323

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a highly skilled and motivated Senior Unity / Unreal Software Engineer, you will join a team involved in the development of new immersive training & education tools, conducting testing, and ensuring that the content / activity within those tools meets customer requirements.

Day‑to‑day, you’ll design, build, integrate and test immersive environments which utilize extended reality (XR) techniques.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Rapid agile‑based production of Unity / Unreal software applications
• Translation of requirements into agile backlogs and co‑ordination / prioritisation of agile backlogs through engagement with project team members and working closely with software developers, system engineers, training delivery providers, project teams and other stakeholders
• Configuration and documentation of wider XR system solution components including enterprise management platform software
• Development of appropriate security practices for software solutions in a defence domain
• Development and execution of system‑level test plans and procedures and performing regression, functional, and performance testing
• Feeding back issues and advising on priorities to stakeholders, with the skills to adapt to rapid changes of priority

Essential experience of the Senior Software Engineer:

• Experience in developing XR software using Unity or Unreal
• Proven experience as a Software Developer with a focus on software development, integration and test, including Unity / Unreal software applications
• Strong skills in immersive user interfaces and the production of engaging mixed reality software
• Skilled in the use of Visual Studio and Azure DevOps as your core development environment
• Excellent problem‑solving and engineering ability with experience of proactively anticipating, identifying and solving problems and a sound understanding of systems engineering principles
• Experience with technical leadership

Essential qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related subject or equivalent industry experience

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. Hybrid working patterns are available.

At our Farnborough site exciting work takes place at our state‑of‑the‑art facility, with high‑energy laser technologies, our 5m pressurised wind tunnel which has a simulation capability that is unique in the UK and our large research and development projects is a real hub of creativity, research and innovation. Join our talented teams of Engineers, IT & Cyber Specialists, Project Managers, Group Functions Teams and many more to provide future defences in the UK.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)